Not exactly a retail store chain, but HTC has announced a new partnership with Saffron Digital, a global mobile delivery platform company whose products and services are live in 26 countries and 14 languages. Saffron Digital has developed an incredible expertise in mobile multimedia delivery. HTC sees this ability to deliver optimized content in the future as a key asset. Here is more info:

Saffron Digital has experienced a phenomenally successful year with its innovative technology integrated into products and services in Europe by HTC, LG, Paramount Digital Entertainment, Sony Ericsson, T-Mobile and Nokia, among others, and in the US by Samsung. It has entered into partnerships with industry-leading companies such as Microsoft, and Widevine, to ensure that customers are given the best possible video experience across a range of devices.

Saffron Digital will continue to provide its cutting edge media and content services to its third party partners, which include device manufacturers, network operators and content providers in 26 countries. The company?s headquarters will remain in London and Los Angeles while its management team will continue unchanged.